The world is grim, but there is still hope- far from the insane light of the sun, society does its best to bloom in darkness.
Dredging the Blot
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Character Creation (1/3)
You were damned from the moment you were born in the world of Pakao. Once a hearty source of comfort and warmth, sunlight has turned against us, and we have been left with no choice but to flee like rats to the deepest forests and underground.
Through famine, star cults, beasts, and curseborn, we have been beset on all sides- but even with our dire circumstances and sniveling leaders, all hope is not yet lost.
Mages and warriors hold the line, while adherents to the Widow Gods keep our strongholds from falling to taint. On a more strategic level, we also have the benefit of diversity- all races survived the fall of civilization, and their unique strengths have kept each other afloat.
You are a survivor, living underground- A person of some strength or renown, even if you don't see it that way. It has been centuries since your people were forced underground, but this labyrinth of claustrophobia and darkness is still hard to see as home.
The kindling is beginning to spark on many pyres- But you can only throw yourself into one.
[ ] The Silver Conspiracy
In the grandest expanse of refugee cities, the Dvol League, there is peace- But something is wrong. People are going missing, the militias have been set against each other, and something is going on at the mint- Everyone should be rebuilding society, but you feel as if everything is on the verge of collapse.
Closer to a spy thriller, your job will begin with investigating coinage. Silver is just a normal metal, less valuable than gold, so why would anyone want to sabotage it?
[ ] The Delve of Vrag Pit
The dwarves had already tunneled into the ground when the others began to crowd them, but they were never treading virgin soil. The earth is thick with ruins that spark greed in miners, foremost of which is Vrag Pit- An odorless and pristine platform shaft, fresh air appears to be coming from miles below. If this is a new hospitable area, everyone involved will be heroes.
Closer to an explorative metroidvania, your job will begin with your entry into Vrag- But you are working with some of the strongest adventurers alive, so it shouldn't be that tough. Right?
[ ] The First Necroplague
Those who study magic were not content with their fate, and have been seeking a solution since their flight under the earth- There has been an academy set up at the Kotel Dome, an underground convergence of leylines, and all these new laboratories have expanded in a disjointed and highly experimental fashion.
Closer to a survival horror, your job will begin with your appointment as overseer- For too long, the disparate mages have been left to their own devices. Despite the pressure, you feel honored- who else gets to see all the miracles that would transform society?
This quest will be narrative based, with no rolls- You will play as one character, and must survive a devastating crisis. This world is fairly grim, with a generous splash of gonzo, so prepare accordingly.
The vote will close in 24 hours.
Through famine, star cults, beasts, and curseborn, we have been beset on all sides- but even with our dire circumstances and sniveling leaders, all hope is not yet lost.
Mages and warriors hold the line, while adherents to the Widow Gods keep our strongholds from falling to taint. On a more strategic level, we also have the benefit of diversity- all races survived the fall of civilization, and their unique strengths have kept each other afloat.
You are a survivor, living underground- A person of some strength or renown, even if you don't see it that way. It has been centuries since your people were forced underground, but this labyrinth of claustrophobia and darkness is still hard to see as home.
The kindling is beginning to spark on many pyres- But you can only throw yourself into one.
[ ] The Silver Conspiracy
In the grandest expanse of refugee cities, the Dvol League, there is peace- But something is wrong. People are going missing, the militias have been set against each other, and something is going on at the mint- Everyone should be rebuilding society, but you feel as if everything is on the verge of collapse.
Closer to a spy thriller, your job will begin with investigating coinage. Silver is just a normal metal, less valuable than gold, so why would anyone want to sabotage it?
[ ] The Delve of Vrag Pit
The dwarves had already tunneled into the ground when the others began to crowd them, but they were never treading virgin soil. The earth is thick with ruins that spark greed in miners, foremost of which is Vrag Pit- An odorless and pristine platform shaft, fresh air appears to be coming from miles below. If this is a new hospitable area, everyone involved will be heroes.
Closer to an explorative metroidvania, your job will begin with your entry into Vrag- But you are working with some of the strongest adventurers alive, so it shouldn't be that tough. Right?
[ ] The First Necroplague
Those who study magic were not content with their fate, and have been seeking a solution since their flight under the earth- There has been an academy set up at the Kotel Dome, an underground convergence of leylines, and all these new laboratories have expanded in a disjointed and highly experimental fashion.
Closer to a survival horror, your job will begin with your appointment as overseer- For too long, the disparate mages have been left to their own devices. Despite the pressure, you feel honored- who else gets to see all the miracles that would transform society?
This quest will be narrative based, with no rolls- You will play as one character, and must survive a devastating crisis. This world is fairly grim, with a generous splash of gonzo, so prepare accordingly.
The vote will close in 24 hours.
Character Creation (2/3)
It was a close one, but Delving the Vrag Pit triumphed.
There are many races that survived the retreat, but there are six that stand above all. Which are you?
[ ] Human
- You know what you are.
- Beloved by none.
- Most common of all the races, you will rarely find yourself unwelcome.
- Least magical of all the races, you will have to prove yourself worthy.
[ ] Dwarf
- You are violent and unbreakable- no one can stop you when you put your mind to it.
- Beloved by Lotska, Widow God of Stone and Love
- Long-lived and long-taught, your people are very familiar with the underground, and you with them.
- Long-lived and long-loved, you will become obsessed with something or someone many times. Losing them will be… painful.
[ ] Elf
- You are above the other races, in both power and appeal- no other can truly be your equal.
- Beloved by Vyrn, Widow God of Animals and Crafting
- Magic flows through you far easier than your lessers, so you have advanced as fast as you can.
- Despite your advancement you must be perfect- you need access to a mirror once a day, and must keep yourself neat and enthralling.
[ ] Aeling
- You are never welcome, but can never be refused- you delight in your tenuous existence at odds with society.
- Beloved by Ramayad, Widow God of Strangers and Disaster
- Out of all races, you have fared the best in this new world- due to a mysterious factor, you are nearly immune to the sinister magic of the sun.
- Out of all races, you are least trusted- Aelings are considered thieves, radicals, and traitors. If not for surface trade, you would be hunted by mobs.
[ ] Wretzlow
- You are a proud willow in the wind. You are a river boring through the earth. You are strong, but the world is stronger.
- Beloved by Gofran, Widow God of Nature and Strife
- With a large body and a vast wellspring of energy, you are considered the ideal laborer or fighter.
- Alas, your mind is not up to the same task- beneath your tusks and horns, your brain will tire far faster than your form.
[ ] Merry Folk
- You are an ember. You are one, but your family is many, and together you will bring warmth to the world.
- Beloved by Great Un, Widow God of seasons and flame.
- You are a social juggernaut, able to broker a treaty in the morning, defuse a bar brawl at noon, and comfort a baby at night.
- Having others around yourself is not merely a luxury- Without the comfort of a target, your anxiety will go through the roof.
While your race is important, that's not what makes you… you. So, what defined your life?
[ ] The artistry of weapons, the soft sound of edge meeting flesh.
[ ] The catharsis of Mourning, the sermons of one above all.
[ ] The quiet crinkle of a clue, the tense moment when it all comes together.
[ ] The pure expression of power, the world at your fingertips.
[ ] The sweaty stench of your prey, the satisfaction of divining the final blow.
[ ] The machinery of a fine tuned body, the carefully controlled decimation of your enemies.
[ ] The sizzle of power through your veins, the thrill as reality buckles.
[ ] The measured balance of all things, the exposed back of your enemies.
[ ] The whispers of your patron, the surprise of all that doubted
[ ] The sweet smell of ink on paper, the glee as the universe is chained to the page
Vote for any that you wish, the top result
from each category will be chosen. Voting closes in 24 hours.
There are many races that survived the retreat, but there are six that stand above all. Which are you?
[ ] Human
- You know what you are.
- Beloved by none.
- Most common of all the races, you will rarely find yourself unwelcome.
- Least magical of all the races, you will have to prove yourself worthy.
[ ] Dwarf
- You are violent and unbreakable- no one can stop you when you put your mind to it.
- Beloved by Lotska, Widow God of Stone and Love
- Long-lived and long-taught, your people are very familiar with the underground, and you with them.
- Long-lived and long-loved, you will become obsessed with something or someone many times. Losing them will be… painful.
[ ] Elf
- You are above the other races, in both power and appeal- no other can truly be your equal.
- Beloved by Vyrn, Widow God of Animals and Crafting
- Magic flows through you far easier than your lessers, so you have advanced as fast as you can.
- Despite your advancement you must be perfect- you need access to a mirror once a day, and must keep yourself neat and enthralling.
[ ] Aeling
- You are never welcome, but can never be refused- you delight in your tenuous existence at odds with society.
- Beloved by Ramayad, Widow God of Strangers and Disaster
- Out of all races, you have fared the best in this new world- due to a mysterious factor, you are nearly immune to the sinister magic of the sun.
- Out of all races, you are least trusted- Aelings are considered thieves, radicals, and traitors. If not for surface trade, you would be hunted by mobs.
[ ] Wretzlow
- You are a proud willow in the wind. You are a river boring through the earth. You are strong, but the world is stronger.
- Beloved by Gofran, Widow God of Nature and Strife
- With a large body and a vast wellspring of energy, you are considered the ideal laborer or fighter.
- Alas, your mind is not up to the same task- beneath your tusks and horns, your brain will tire far faster than your form.
[ ] Merry Folk
- You are an ember. You are one, but your family is many, and together you will bring warmth to the world.
- Beloved by Great Un, Widow God of seasons and flame.
- You are a social juggernaut, able to broker a treaty in the morning, defuse a bar brawl at noon, and comfort a baby at night.
- Having others around yourself is not merely a luxury- Without the comfort of a target, your anxiety will go through the roof.
While your race is important, that's not what makes you… you. So, what defined your life?
[ ] The artistry of weapons, the soft sound of edge meeting flesh.
[ ] The catharsis of Mourning, the sermons of one above all.
[ ] The quiet crinkle of a clue, the tense moment when it all comes together.
[ ] The pure expression of power, the world at your fingertips.
[ ] The sweaty stench of your prey, the satisfaction of divining the final blow.
[ ] The machinery of a fine tuned body, the carefully controlled decimation of your enemies.
[ ] The sizzle of power through your veins, the thrill as reality buckles.
[ ] The measured balance of all things, the exposed back of your enemies.
[ ] The whispers of your patron, the surprise of all that doubted
[ ] The sweet smell of ink on paper, the glee as the universe is chained to the page
Vote for any that you wish, the top result
from each category will be chosen. Voting closes in 24 hours.
Character Creation (3/3)
Sorry for the delay, work has been hectic today.
What gender are you?
[ ] GENDER: Male
[ ] GENDER: Female
[ ] GENDER: In a world of magic and despair, does this really matter?
You are a ne'er do well, even if you mean well- but what comes to mind when considering your true calling?
[ ] SPECIALTY: The anguish in your target's eyes as their body betrays them.
[ ] SPECIALTY: The crumpled sigh as air leaves your target's lungs for the last time.
[ ] SPECIALTY: The wind on your fingers as they flit from lock to pocket.
[ ] SPECIALTY: The quiet laughter as they play right into your hands.
Whenever you confide in a new companion, they are always taken aback- Aside from your merry cheer, what positive trait keeps them from leaving?
[ ] NICE: Honesty and fairness.
[ ] NICE: Empathy and niceness.
[ ] NICE: Attention to detail and readiness.
[ ] NICE: Loyalty and humbleness.
[ ] NICE: Quick wit and sharp humor.
Alas, you are not a perfect being- What holds you back from total domination?
[ ] NAUGHTY: Laziness and apathy.
[ ] NAUGHTY: Thrill seeking and recklessness.
[ ] NAUGHTY: Arrogance and overconfidence.
[ ] NAUGHTY: Flippancy and meanness.
[ ] NAUGHTY: Oblivious and suffocating sweetness.
Vote for any that you wish, the top result from each category will be chosen. Voting closes in 24 hours.
What gender are you?
[ ] GENDER: Male
[ ] GENDER: Female
[ ] GENDER: In a world of magic and despair, does this really matter?
You are a ne'er do well, even if you mean well- but what comes to mind when considering your true calling?
[ ] SPECIALTY: The anguish in your target's eyes as their body betrays them.
[ ] SPECIALTY: The crumpled sigh as air leaves your target's lungs for the last time.
[ ] SPECIALTY: The wind on your fingers as they flit from lock to pocket.
[ ] SPECIALTY: The quiet laughter as they play right into your hands.
Whenever you confide in a new companion, they are always taken aback- Aside from your merry cheer, what positive trait keeps them from leaving?
[ ] NICE: Honesty and fairness.
[ ] NICE: Empathy and niceness.
[ ] NICE: Attention to detail and readiness.
[ ] NICE: Loyalty and humbleness.
[ ] NICE: Quick wit and sharp humor.
Alas, you are not a perfect being- What holds you back from total domination?
[ ] NAUGHTY: Laziness and apathy.
[ ] NAUGHTY: Thrill seeking and recklessness.
[ ] NAUGHTY: Arrogance and overconfidence.
[ ] NAUGHTY: Flippancy and meanness.
[ ] NAUGHTY: Oblivious and suffocating sweetness.
Vote for any that you wish, the top result from each category will be chosen. Voting closes in 24 hours.